Robert R. "Bob" Smalley, 80

Robert R. "Bob" Smalley, 80, of Charlevoix, formerly of Ellsworth, died Monday, Jan. 12, 2004, at Charlevoix Area Hospital.

He was born in Marion Township on May 28, 1923, the son of Albert and Fern (Edson) Smalley.

Bob and Arlene owned and operated a grocery store in Ellsworth for many years. Bob also owned the Work & Play Shop in Atwood. He was a car salesman for Erbers and Pat McKeown Ford Inc. Following retirement he worked part time for Charlevoix Motors.

While living in Ellsworth, Bob was once fire chief, town mayor and served on the town council and school board. He also started the Wednesday night roller rink in Ellsworth.

He was an active member of the Atwood Reformed Church.

He enjoyed camping with his family in Pancake Bay, wood working and lawn care.

He was survived by his wife of 60 years, Arlene; daughters, Lynda Organek, Susanne Gardner, Janelle Smalley and Mary Streeter; nine grandchildren and three great-grandchildren, and Beth "the orphan."

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A family memorial service is planned for the spring.

Memorial contributions may be directed to Charlevoix Area Hospital Intensive Care Unit.